Truevision Graphics Adapter
General Information
| Title | TGA File Extension |
| Extension | .tga |
| Full Form | Truevision Graphics Adapter |
| File Type | Raster Graphics File |
| Developer | Truevision Inc. |
| MIME Type | image/x-targa, image/x-tga |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store images |
| Additional Functions | Simple animations |
| Features | 24-bit color, RLE compression |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Texture Mapping | Yes |
| Video Games | Yes |
| Professional Graphics | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Scan files, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Update | Unspecified |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bmp, .png, .jpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 GIMP |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 CorelDRAW |
Paid | Windows, Mac |